The digital bank targets 210 million global customers, as it rebrands and empowers 1 800 staff with a R100 million stake.
The local payment platform defends the BNPL model after announcing its partnership with Ozow.
Tech discussions must focus on innovation and digital transformation as drivers of socio-economic growth, Sentech Africa Tech Week hears.
Discovery Bank expands its AI-driven banking tools, and introduces new services as it reports fraud reduction wins.
NSFAS fintech partners to challenge contract cancellations
In this week's tech news roundup, Fintech partners contracted to disburse monthly allowances to NSFAS-funded tertiary students have challenged the allegations levelled against them, saying they are considering legal action. eZaga and Tenet Technology have denied the allegations made against them and claim to not have received the full report in which these were made Stay informed and engaged with our comprehensive coverage of these stories and more on our website, www.itweb.co.za and social media platforms. Discover the latest advancements shaping the future of technology by ITWeb. #newsvideo #sita #nsfas https://www.itweb.co.za/content/DZQ58MV8yPAvzXy2 https://www.itweb.co.za/content/rxP3jqBEax8MA2ye https://www.itweb.co.za/content/xnklOvz1dnYq4Ymz https://www.itweb.co.za/content/dgp45vaBPVJ7X9l8 https://www.itweb.co.za/content/P3gQ2qGAPrg7nRD1
The collaboration focuses on helping financial institutions modernise complex legacy environments, improve operational efficiency and respond to rising client expectations for digital engagement.
Challenger companies are increasing ICT competition, even as satellite and wireless telecoms are dominated by a handful of firms.
The mobile operator reports double-digit revenue growth, higher margins and solid subscriber gains.
Huawei Cloud drives African FinTech innovation
Mark Wang, Solution Architect at Huawei Cloud Southern Africa, spoke to ITWeb about Huawei being a strategic partner in the banking sector. He also addressed challenges for banks in SA and potential growth in the payment ecosystem for customers. #huaweicloud #fintech #digitalbanking
The operator looks to strengthen its network resilience, expand coverage and support rising demand for data services.
Payment terminals are becoming a major category for the business as more businesses look for mobility and innovation in payment systems.
Inspired Testing brought order and intelligence to a global financial software platform, says Viresh Nandkumar, test automation architect at Inspired Testing.
GenAI will evolve to autonomous agents, with humans central to control and oversight, says Absa Group’s Johnson Idesoh.
The firm’s pending Safaricom acquisition – currently in court – will accelerate its transformation from telco to African technology company, it says.
